We have all done it, overtightened a bolt and blown out the threads. When a bolt starts to tighten up and then go suddenly loose, you know that the threads are toast and now you have a problem.

MaxTite threaded inserts feature a full-hex body design, a thick head, and heavy walls to resist torque-out in demanding, high-load applications. MaxTite threaded inserts feature a full-hex body ...

One method is to use blind-threaded inserts that can be installed without access to the backside of the panel. Atlas Engineering, Kent, Ohio, makes a variety of such fasteners. Each is installed with ...